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Early American Stencils on Walls and Furniture
- Most Authoritative Source Available on Stenciling
- Dozens of Examples Described w/ Details on Colors, Motifs, Tools, etc.
- Includes Countless Detailed Illustrations & Photos
$24.95
A History of Costume
- Most Reliable & Authentic Account of Costume Throughout the Ages
- Detailed Illustrations & Photos are Plentiful and Extremely Accurate
- Feautres Measured & Detailed Patterns for Making Authentic Copies
$19.95
American Marking Gages — Patented and Manufactured
- A New and Absolutely Essential Reference for the Collector
- Illustrated with Color & Black & White Photographs
- Includes All Known Marking Gauge Patents
$64.50
The Railroad Station: an Arch. History
- Chronicles the Evolution of the Railroad Station
- 230+ Superb Illustrations Bring To Life Its Fascinating Story
- A Great Cavalcade of Architecture
$19.95
Victorian Cartes-de-Visite
- Introduction to World of Carte-de-Viste Photos & the Legacy they Left
- Countless Examples Illustrate Every Aspect of Victorian Life
- Will be of Great Interest to Collects & Victorian Era Enthusiasts
$18.95
The Building of the Panama Canal
- Larger-Than-Life True Story of Adventure, Ordeal & Accomplishment
- 164 Magnificent Historic Photos & Well-Researched Text
- Documents Hardships, Leisure Activity, Feats & Failures, Exotic Settings…
$17.95
Tiled Pavement In The Pennsylvania Capitol
- Written by a Leading Figure in the American Arts & Crafts Movements
- Illustrates & Describes the Tiles that Tell the Story of Pennsylvania
- Includes a Color Map of the Building
$9.95
Diamond Edge Planes Catalog
- The Full Shapleigh Hardware Line of Tools
- The Only Reference to this Hot Collectible
- Available From Martin J. Donnelly Antique Tools
$5.00
The Finish Carpenter’s Manual
- Practical Advice For Modern Woodworkers
- Filled With Insightful Tips For The Professional
- Framing, Flooring, Mantels, Moldings & More
$22.50
Woodworking Tools
- Describes the Basic Woodworking Tools
- Includes Illustrations and Descriptions of the Different Forms of Tools
- Written by the Founder of the Tool and Trades History Society
$8.95
Tom Wolfes Treasury of Patterns
- Features 90 Patterns for Dog Carvers
- 275 Color Photos
- 8 1/2" x 11", 64 PGS.
$9.95
Making Gypsy Willow Furniture
- Each Step is Illustrated with a Full-Color Photo
- 200 Color Photos
- 8 1/2" x 11", 64 PGS.
$14.95
The Handsaw Catalog Collection
- Early Catalog Illustrations & Descriptions
- E.C. Atkins, Disston & Simonds Saws
- A Great Introduction To An Important Category
$18.50
From Forge & Anvil
- The Story of Artist Blacksmith Erich Riesel
- Well Researched and Well Written
- Filled With Superb Photographs of Riesel's Work
$24.95
The Catalogue of Antique Tools: 1996 Edition
- 1600 Tools Photographed & Priced for Sale
- Fully Indexed by Manufacturer and Type of Tool
- All Different From 1995 & 1997 Editions
$17.95
Just For Openers
- Ultimate Guidebook to Openers
- Features 850 Remarkable Examples with History and Current Market Value
- May Convince you that Just One "Opener" is not Enough!
$29.95
Enameled Kitchenware American & European
- Celebration of Enameled Ware from the late 1800's to 1940
- Includes 500+ Excellent Color Photos with Price Ranges
- Sure to Please Collectors, Dealers, Interior Designers and More.
$34.95
Spoons 1650 – 1930
- Traces the Complete History of English Spoons
- Includes Important Collector's Information
- Numerous Clear Black & White Photos Will Aid in Identification
$8.95
Country Arts In Early American Homes
- Sweeping Survey of the Country Arts of Early New England Homes
- Covers: Architecture, Landscapes, Carvings, Ceramics, Carpets, etc.
- Must-Read for Anyone Interested in New England & Country Arts
$17.95
Heck’s Pictorial Archive of Art and Architecture
- Beautiful Pictorial Devoted to Architecture, Mythology & Fine Art
- Features 1000's of Finely Detailed Illustrations
- Includes Classical Temple, Pyramids, Mythological & Religous Figures, etc.
$17.95
The Early Ironwork of Charleston
- Great Historical Overview of Metalworking in Early Charleston
- Illustrated With Line Drawings by Richard J. Bryan
- Fences, Balconies, Gates, Grilles, Foot Scrapers & Shutter Guards
$19.95
Chinese Domestic Furniture in Photographs and Measured Drawings
- Enlightened Discussion of the Accomplishments of Chinese Craftsmen
- Hundreds of Superb Illus. Make this both Informative and Aesthetically Plea
- 21 Measured Drawings for those Interested in Creating Chinese Furniture
$24.95
Glossary Of Garden History
- Excellent Glossary on Garden Terms Features 500+ Words
- Fully Explains & Illustrates the Terms
- Features Countless Photos in Both Black & White and Color
$20.95